Question

Julian currently has a balance of -10.84 in his checking account. His bank requires him to maintain a minimum balance of$20. How much does Julian need to deposit into his checking account to reach the minimum balance?

Answer 1

30.84 dollars.

Explanation:

20 - (-10.84) = 20 + 10.84 = 30.84

Answer 2

Julian need to deposit $
`30.84 \\` into his checking account to reach the minimum balance

Explanation:

Current balance in Julian's account
`=-10.84\\`

Let "X" be the amount required to maintain a minimum balance of $
`20\\`

The equation would be

`- 10.84 + X = 20\\X = 20 + 10.84 \\= 30.84\\`